Cambridge Index climbs 4.4%
The Cambridge Index rose 1,169.05 points or 4.4% to close at 27588.2, as eight of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly gains to their share price.
Some are not lending, but there remains strong opportunities
Deepesh Thakrar, senior debt finance director at OakNorth Bank, highlights the opportunities in lending to hotels.
Support in the workplace for survivors of domestic violence
It has been widely reported that domestic violence has risen during lockdown. Refuge has reported an increase in demand for help, especially after the schools re-opened in September. The UN has suggested that cases have increased by as much as 20% as families have been contained within their home together. Although it is reported by Refuge that almost one in three women will experience domestic…
US2U Consulting podcast - Developing your sales performance
The latest edition of the US2U Consulting Podcast covers the topic of Developing Your Sales Performance.
The world continued to warm in 2020
With pandemic-related lockdowns across the globe decreasing the regularity of people leaving their homes and carrying out their day-to-day lives, the Earth’s atmosphere was spared of the high rate of greenhouse gases emitted annually
Cognidox v10.1 delivers new features for FDA compliance
Cognidox, a leading provider of document management solutions for the medical device and life sciences industries, is pleased to announce the release of their new med tech compliance solution.
Virtual short course launched to help job seekers get ready for work
Local social enterprise Form the Future CIC is set to launch a free online short course to help people get ready for work.
Metrion Biosciences and LifeArc further extend neuroscience-focused ion channel drug discovery collaboration
Metrion Biosciences Limited, the specialist ion channel CRO and drug discovery company, and LifeArc, a leading UK independent medical research charity, today announced a 12-month extension of their neuroscience drug discovery collaboration, as a result of the continued success of their ongoing agreement.
DNA test can quickly identify pneumonia in patients with severe COVID-19, aiding faster treatment
Researchers have developed a DNA test to quickly identify secondary infections in COVID-19 patients, who have double the risk of developing pneumonia while on ventilation than non-COVID-19 patients.
Following the hops of disordered proteins could lead to future treatments of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from the University of Cambridge, Google Research and the University of Milan have used machine learning techniques to predict how proteins, particularly those implicated in neurological diseases, completely change their shapes in a matter of microseconds.
Tame your computer - perfect your picture
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members - now in its 15th year - software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she explains how to make part of a picture transparent (Microsoft Office).
Domino Printing helps to protect frontline staff
A Cambridge company is using its coding and marking technology to play a key role in protecting front-line workers and their patients, as many countries battle the current surge in cases and hospitalisations caused by COVID-19.
Work by world-renowned Antony Gormley one of over 30 pieces in online art auction for EACH
Antony Gormley is among a distinguished list of creative talents who have contributed works of art to an exclusive online auction supporting East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).
Qualcomm’s latest 5G mobile platform to power the new Samsung Galaxy S21 Series
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced that its latest flagship Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 5G Mobile Platform is powering Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.’s latest and most cutting-edge smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S21 series (S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra), for select regions.
Planning enforcement notices - importance of appealing and the limited defence for non-compliance
The available defences to local authority prosecutions for the non-compliance of planning enforcement notices are limited. The recent case of Zafar v Stoke-On-Trent City Council [2020] highlights such limitations and the importance of exercising your appeal rights. Hewitsons explains:
Secure your space on Marshall Centre's next project management fundamentals course
Don't miss the chance to secure space on Marshall Centre's upcoming project management fundamentals qualification. This course is ideal for those looking to gain a broad understanding of the principles of project management. No prior knowledge or experience is required; this qualification offers knowledge that enables engagement with and the ability to make a positive contribution to any…
How to start a business
If you're thinking about starting your own business, this is what you need to consider to see if it could work, writes Simon Hall in part two of his three-part series of blogs.
Taylor Wessing advises Oxbotica in $47 million Series B investment
On 6 January 2021, Oxbotica, a global leader in autonomous vehicle software, announced the completion of a $47 million Series B investment with partners across the globe led by bp ventures.
Is mechanical engineering still an attractive career?
Is mechanical engineering still an attractive career for young people? Prospects in 2021 have arguably never been better…
CMR Surgical enters partnership with world-leading training centre, IRCAD
CMR Surgical (CMR) has announced a partnership with IRCAD, a world-renowned research and training centre for laparoscopic and robotic surgical training.
Qualcomm to acquire NUVIA
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) has announced that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NUVIA for approximately $1.4 billion before working capital and other adjustments. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended…
Cambridge alumna could be the first woman to walk on the Moon
Gates Cambridge Scholar and NASA astronaut Kayla Barron has been selected for the Artemis Team, making her eligible for the next astronaut missions that could see her become the first woman to walk on the Moon.
Antigena Email and Enterprise Immune System designated Marsh Cyber Catalysts 2020
Darktrace, the world’s leading cyber AI company, has announced that two of its core products have been designated as Marsh ‘Cyber Catalyst’ solutions. The programme brings together leading cyber insurers to identify solutions they believe most effective in reducing cyber risk.
Hundreds receive free legal help during pandemic
The Law Clinic at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has helped more than 400 people across the region and beyond since it went online at the start of the pandemic
How to get and use a free social media content calendar
As a small business that posts regularly on social media, the team at Chris Dunn Consulting has found it helpful to use a social media content calendar.